alleryThe line 3x − 4y + 12 = 0 cuts the y-axis at
A(4, 0)
B(0, 3)
C(0, 4)
D(0, −3)
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. (0, 3)
y-intercept: set x = 0 → −4y + 12 = 0 → y = 3. Point (0, 3).
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